LUBRICATE MOVING PARTS
The moving parts of a garage door require periodic lubrication. Use an aerosol spray lubricant and wand to clean and lubricate all these moving pieces:
Combination hinge and rollers: Apply lubricant to the roller and the hinge to which the roller is attached (at either side of the door, between each pair of panels). Use lubricant sparingly; too much attracts dirt that eventually will gum up the works. Hinges in the field or center of the door panels: The hinges that hold the center of the door panels together don’t have a roller. Apply lubricant to these hinges and then operate the door several times to distribute it evenly. Lock mechanism on the door: Spray lubricant into the keyhole and work the key several times to distribute it evenly. Lubricate the pair of locking latches at each side of a manual door.
INSPECT WEAR AND TEAR
Proper maintenance of garage doors include inspecting all the hardware and moving parts garage-door springs, cables, rollers, and other door hardware. Look for signs of wear or broken parts. If you find any signs damage, be sure make repairs before the door is used again. A handy do-it-yourselfer can perform most minor repairs, such as roller replacement but ensure it is done by a quality service tech from Arrowhead Door Company to ensure the doors remain balanced and saves on wear and tear or worst case damage to the door itself .